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Mrs. LERDON from Emporia, VA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Designs: Enhancing Learning Environments for the Future

Help me give my students a space where they can thrive, learn, and excel in their academic journey using posters, clips, rings and felt paper letters.

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My Project

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the significance of classroom design cannot be overstated. As educators, it is our responsibility to create environments that foster curiosity, collaboration, and creativity among our students.

Classroom designs prioritize flexibility and adaptability that enhance learning environments for the future are characterized by flexibility, technology integration, aesthetics, and inclusivity.

By embracing innovative approaches to design, educators can create spaces that inspire curiosity, collaboration, and creativity among students using materials such as clips, rings, felt paper letters and math posters. As we prepare students for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow's world, it is essential to recognize the transformative power of thoughtful classroom design in shaping the future of education.

Mrs. LERDON Greensville County High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Emporia, VA View local requests

Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

52 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Outus Felt Letters Stickers Self-Adhesive Alphabet Letters for Kids DIY Craft 500 Pieces, 1 Inch Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Mecodeco Blackout Door Curtains, Elegance French Door Curtains for Privacy, Easy Installed Door Panels, Room Darkening Door Window Curtains (Aqua, 30W*40L) • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
2 Pack Extra Large Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty Removable 1.18 Inch x 160 Inch, Clear & Tough Nano Tape, Multipurpose Mounting Tape Picture Hanging Strips Adhesive Poster Carpet Tape • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Metal Curtain Clip Rings 2 Inch Interior Diameter Set of 14 (White) • Amazon Business $9.29 1 $9.29
DKHDBD Large Adhesive Hooks, 16-Pack Hold 44lb(Max) Heavy Duty Sticky Hooks, Waterproof Transparent Hooks for Hanging, Self-Adhesive Traceless Clear Wall Hooks to Use for Keys Robe & Towel • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
gisgfim 8 Pcs Math Posters Math Teacher Bulletin Board Posters Math Classroom Decorations For Elementary School Middle School High School Mathematics Education Banner Math Classroom Signs Must Haves • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Binder Rings 1 Inch 100 pcs-Sturdy Book Rings-Loose Leaf Binder Ring for Index Cards Flashcards and Paper-Nickel Plated Metal Rings for Office School Supplies-Heavy Duty Silver Paper Rings • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
150 Pieces Mini Wall Clips Tapestry Clips for Photo Picture Hanging Craft Office Home Poster Paper Flag Hangers Strong Springs Small Clothes Pin Natural Wooden Clothespins with Line Command Clips • Amazon Business $5.74 1 $5.74

Materials cost

$105.56

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$137.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.20

Total project goal

$161.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$161.34

1 Donor

-$80.67

Donations toward project cost

-$68.57

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.10

match offer

-$80.67

Match offer toward project cost

-$68.57

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.10

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$0.00

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